Nine Shot After Argument Erupts in Gunfire in Richmond

Two people killed, seven others injured in Shockoe Bottom neighborhood incident

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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At least two people opened fire following an argument in Richmond, Virginia's Shockoe Bottom neighborhood, leaving nine people shot, two of whom were killed. The shooting occurred around 2:45 a.m. on Saturday, with the deceased victims identified as 23-year-old Genesis Tamar Jones and 42-year-old Dominic Antoine.

Why it matters

Gun violence and public safety concerns continue to be a major issue in Richmond, with the Shockoe Bottom area known for high crime rates. This incident highlights the need for better conflict resolution and gun control measures to prevent such tragedies from occurring.

The details

According to police, the shooting started after an argument broke out between two groups of individuals who were hanging out on the street. At least two people opened fire, leading to the deaths of Jones and Antoine, and injuring seven others. Police towed away six vehicles connected to the incident.

  • The shooting occurred around 2:45 a.m. on Saturday, February 22, 2026.

The players

Genesis Tamar Jones

A 23-year-old victim who was killed in the shooting.

Dominic Antoine

A 42-year-old victim who was killed in the shooting.

Rick Edwards

The Richmond Police Chief, who urged people to leave their guns at home and avoid escalating arguments.

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What they’re saying

“I heard around 10 to 15 shots go off. And I didn't think anything of it because, that's Shockoe Bottom. So, but then come to find out later on that it was my little sister that was a victim as well as another person.”

— Jones' brother (12 On Your Side)

“This was people hanging out on the street, two groups of individuals started fighting. My message would be leave your guns at home. You can't make good decisions and you can't have a normal fight if you're armed — if everyone is armed — because it ends in tragedy like we saw…[Saturday] morning.”

— Rick Edwards, Richmond Police Chief (Breitbart News)

What’s next

Police are continuing their investigation into the shooting and are working to identify the individuals involved.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the urgent need for improved public safety measures and better conflict resolution strategies in Richmond's Shockoe Bottom neighborhood, where gun violence continues to be a persistent problem.